Fascinating discussion with Philip Jett about his book “Taking Mr. Exxon”. Most interesting to me was how the kidnappers selected their target and how they conducted surveillance of the victim. Philip’s first book on the kidnapping of the Coors heir was tremendous.
Whitney Austin talks with Fred about Surviving an Active Shooting
In this episode, Whitney Austin discusses the morning of September 6, 2018, when she was shot 12 times by an active shooter, as she entered the Fifth Third Bank headquarters in Cincinnati. It’s an amazing story of survival and hero cops.
Ami Toben talks with Fred about Understanding the Hostile Planning Process
Interested in how to look for surveillance? Ami Toben and I chat about the process and procedures to look for hostile surveillance.
Carmen Medina Talks with Fred about Cognitive Traps Faced by Protective Intelligence Analysts
Greatly enjoyed chatting with Carmen Medina about intelligence, leadership, analysis, cognitive traps and how to build strong teams. I always learn something talking to Carmen. Have a listen!
Dr. Bill Reid talks to Fred about "A Dark Night in Aurora"
How does a forensic psychiatrist talk to an active shooter? What lessons can be learned from talking with the perpetrator of the theater shooting in Aurora, Colorado? Dr. Bill Reid shares his thoughts on his discussions with the shooter from his book, “A Dark Night in Aurora: Inside James Holmes and the Colorado Mass Shootings”.
Behind the Wheel: Tony Scotti talks with Fred about Protective Driving
When the legendary Tony Scotti talks, I listen. The man knows what he is talking about when it comes to driving. Have a listen.
Gary Lavergne Talks with Fred about A Sniper in the Tower
It’s important in this business to understand how we got here. Anybody who has ever stood post has worried about a sniper. The shooter in the University of Texas Tower remains a foundational case for any student of protection, tactics, or SWAT. Once the dust settled, safety and security for educational locations were changed forever. Gary Lavergne has studied the shooter and the attack longer than anybody. His book is tremendous. And, there are lots of lessons learned that resonate today. Have a listen.